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INTENDED USE INSTRUCTIONS
The SlideAway slide is designed and manufactured for installation
and use on inground swimming pools only. Do not install the
SlideAway slide on above ground pools, houseboats, boat docks,
floating docks or platforms, or other bodies of water such as
lakes, ponds, rivers, etc. Proper assembly, installation, use, and
supervision is essential for proper operation and to reduce the
risk of serious injury or death.
1.
The SlideAway slide must be placed on the pool in a location that meets the requirements of
manufacturer’s placement instructions on pages 13, 14, and 15.
2.
The SlideAway slide ladder must be filled to the minimum water fill line when the slide is in use. The water
level must be checked daily to make sure the water is at the correct level.
3.
SlideAway support brace must be installed when the slide is in use.
4.
Slide feet first only as shown in
Figure 1
. Do not slide head first.
5.
Only one person allowed on the slide at a time with a maximum user weight of 125 lb (57 kg).
6.
Adult supervision required at all times when children are using the slide.
7.
Hold onto handrails at all times when using the ladder.
8.
No roughhousing or horseplay on slide.
9.
Do not jump or dive from any part of the slide.
10.
Familiarize yourself with the shape of the pool bottom and the water depth before you slide.
Slide feet first only.
11.
Do not slide until all submerged obstacles, surface objects or other swimmers are clear of the slider’s
pathway.
12.
Do not use the slide while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
13.
Don’t slide alone; use the buddy system.
14.
Take your time in preparing to slide. Move forward slowly and get yourself positioned properly
before starting the slide.
15.
Only persons healthy enough for water activities should use the slide. Persons with medical conditions,
including pregnancy, should consult their doctor before using the slide. Persons with physical disabilities
should use caution and may require assistance.
16.
Do not use the slide if any part of it becomes damaged, weakened, or broken. Have the slide inspected
and, if necessary, repaired by a pool professional, who is familiar with water slides before using the slide.
See installed slides’ structural & installation checklist.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES LISTED
BELOW.
MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE WHO USES THE
SLIDEAWAY KNOWS AND FOLLOWS ALL RULES.
CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT
AT ALL TIMES WHEN USING THE SLIDE.
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